Overview
Ginosa is a town in Italy.
Its population is roughly 16,000.
On the map it sits in Europe, in the northern hemisphere.
Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) is the closest airport, roughly 62 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Population | 16,151 |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Elevation | 240 m |
| Nearest airport | Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI), 62 km |
| Currency | EUR |
Where Ginosa is
Ginosa sits in Italy, in the northern part of Europe.
Altamura lies about 33 km to the north-west, Matera lies about 16 km to the north-west and Gravina in Puglia lies about 39 km to the north-west.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI), roughly 62 km away.
Alternative gateways include Brindisi Airport (BDS, 101 km).
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Find flights to Ginosa →arrives BRI (62.5 km away)
Getting around
It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly temperate (northern hemisphere): four clear seasons, with warm summers and cool-to-cold winters.
For most visitors the shoulder seasons — roughly April to June and September to October — offer warm-enough weather without the peak-summer crowds, while high summer (June to August) is busiest.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Ginosa is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through BRI.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: Altamura (33 km to the north-west); Matera (16 km to the north-west); Gravina in Puglia (39 km to the north-west); Santeramo in Colle (24 km to the north); Bari (61 km to the north).
Good to know
The currency is the EUR (Euro).
The main languages spoken are Italian, German, French.
Clocks run on Europe/Rome time.
Traffic drives on the right.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
Journeys through here
Where to stay in Ginosa
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Ginosa?
- Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) is the closest airport, about 62 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Ginosa?
- Late spring to early autumn is usually the most reliable window.
- What is near Ginosa?
- Altamura is one of the closest places, about 33 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Ginosa in?
- Ginosa is in Italy.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.